1978 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Granada | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |